Energy reaches the Earth (choose THREE)Group of answer choiceselectromagnetic wavesgreenhouse gas emissionslong-wave radiationshort-wave radiationsolar radiationterrestrial radiation
Question
Energy reaches the Earth (choose THREE)Group of answer choiceselectromagnetic wavesgreenhouse gas emissionslong-wave radiationshort-wave radiationsolar radiationterrestrial radiation
Solution
Energy reaches the Earth through:
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Electromagnetic waves: Energy from the sun travels to Earth in the form of electromagnetic waves, a form of energy that can travel through space.
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Short-wave radiation: The sun's energy arrives at Earth in the form of short-wave radiation, the main form of solar energy.
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Solar radiation: This is the radiant energy emitted by the sun, particularly electromagnetic energy. It is the primary source of energy for Earth's climate system.
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